Rahim Kanani

Over the years, Rahim has interviewed the world's leading innovators, executives, and philanthropists, including former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, White House Senior Advisor and Assistant to the President Valerie Jarrett, former New Zealand Prime Minister Helen Clark, former Prime Minister of Australia Julia Gillard, President of Harvard University Drew Faust, President of the Rockefeller Foundation Judith Rodin, Princess Ameerah Al-Taweel of Saudi Arabia, Hollywood filmmaker James Cameron, world-renowned Spanish chef José Andrés, and billionaire philanthropists Jeff Skoll, Michael Bloomberg, and Eli Broad. Rahim has also interviewed celebrities such as Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Shakira, Adrian Grenier, Eva Longoria, Tory Burch, and Alicia Keys. As a contributing writer to Haute Living, Rahim profiles the world's most luxurious and authentic lifestyle & travel brands by interviewing five-star hoteliers, award-winning restaurateurs, top-tier designers, and innovative executives from around the world. Rahim recently published critically-acclaimed hotel management book and hospitality management book A Wealth of Insight: The World's Best Luxury Hoteliers on Leadership, Management and the Future of 5-Star Hospitality.

Posts by Rahim Kanani

So Haute It’s Cool: Brooklyn’s William Vale Hotel

“The next Brooklyn is now and we felt it was the right time to bring this type of resort-inspired experience to the borough,” explained Sébastien Maingourd, General Manager of Brooklyn’s The William Vale Hotel.

Legendary Look: The Surrey Hotel in New York City

“I think the close portrait of model Kate Moss has become our signature piece, welcoming every guest who graces our lobby,” explained Troy Pade, General Manager of The Surrey.

Enter the World of Nobu Hotel and Restaurant at Caesars Palace

The origins of the first Nobu Hotel in the world, uniquely designed rooms and luxury suites, tips to truly experiencing the property and location, the dining experience at Nobu Restaurant, and much more.

EPIC Hotel: The Perfect Stay in Downtown Miami

The origins of the EPIC hotel in Miami, the quintessential Kimpton experience, and how best to organize a truly luxurious itinerary for your next visit.

Luxury Evolved: The Mandarin Oriental, Geneva

In an in-depth interview with the General Manager of the Mandarin Oriental, Geneva, we discussed the unique history and evolution of the hotel, signature suites and amenities, spa treatments, Michelin-star dining and more.

Le Richemond: Inside Geneva’s Five-Star Iconic Hotel

An interview with Christophe Hilty, General Manager of the ionic, 5-star Le Richemond hotel in Geneva, Switzerland.

Fit for a Queen: Regina Hotel Baglioni in Rome

An interview with the General Manager of Regina Hotel Baglioni in Rome.

260 Years of History and Counting: Hotel d’Angleterre in Copenhagen

An interview with the General Manager of Hotel dAngleterre in Copenhagen.

Complete Relaxation at Hotel Principe di Savoia in Milan

An inside look at Milan’s luxurious Hotel Principe di Savoia.

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